June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. A day to honour the strength, knowledge and enduring presence of Indigenous peoples. We are listening and learning. We are working to create ongoing spaces of trust, respect and cultural safety.
Across our Primary Care Networks, we incorporate these practices:
👩🏫 Learning Together
Culturally safe training on topics like colonization, racism, and allyship. We offer activities like blanket exercises and medicine harvesting and terminology guides for respectful communication with Indigenous patients.
🧡Creating Safe Spaces
We have smudge rooms, Indigenous art, Treaty 7 flags and weekly smudge sessions. Our signs and land acknowledgments reflect Indigenous cultures.
🗣️Indigenous Patient Advocacy
We work with patients to understand their healthcare journey, remove barriers and connect them with the right care. We also partner with Elders and communities to guide change.
🤝Leading with Respect
Our leadership teams include Indigenous voices. We focus on reconciliation, anti-racism and inclusive hiring. We host cultural events and support Elder panels.
Join us in learning, listening and honouring Indigenous experiences. Looking for a way to take part?
👉 Click here for a list of Indigenous Peoples Day events happening in communities across Alberta: https://bit.ly/3ZL52VO
